Solicitor – Real Estate

Weightmans; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading law firm in Glasgow as part of their Real Estate team, providing comprehensive legal services. This role involves managing cases, drafting documents, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. Ideal for solicitors with 0-2 years of experience in Real Estate, offering opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of post-qualified experience required.
• Experience in Real Estate is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of Real Estate cases.
• Draft and prepare various Real Estate documents.
• Achieve set financial and chargeable targets.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Registered with the Scottish Law Society

Job description

About your new role

Our national Real Estate team provides a comprehensive range of legal and advisory services on all aspects of commercial property to a diverse client base.This role offers an opportunity to join an innovative, high-performing, busy team in a client-facing position. Our focus is on delivering first-class client service.We advise on a broad spectrum of commercial property work including landlord & tenant, sales and purchases, property management, real estate finance/security, as well as corporate and energy project real estate support. Our clients include major retailers, leisure operators, regional developers, funders, renewable energy providers, and healthcare providers. We have been involved in projects ranging from multi-million-pound development finance deals to smaller bespoke ventures.

What you can expect in the role:

1. Manage your own caseload of Real Estate cases;
2. Provide support to other team members and the wider firm;
3. Draft and prepare various Real Estate documents;
4. Work with internal and external parties;
5. Maintain high standards of work;
6. Manage your own time effectively;
7. Keep case management records up to date;
8. Achieve set financial and chargeable targets;
9. Adhere to relevant deadlines and quality measures;
10. Comply with policies and procedures;
11. Contribute to a positive and supportive workplace culture;
12. Get involved in business development with existing and new clients;
13. Potential for personal and professional development, including assisting in English Real Estate matters if of interest.

This list is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to perform other duties within the wider scope of the role.

About You

You will have previous experience and a genuine interest in the above area of work.

We also require you to have/be:

• A qualified solicitor with 0-2 years of post-qualified experience;
• Experience in Real Estate is essential;
• Registered with the Scottish Law Society;
• Good teamwork skills;
• Strong academic and technical knowledge;
• Good IT and typing skills;
• Effective communication skills;
• Good time management and organizational skills;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize;
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and targets;
• A flexible approach.

If you meet our criteria and are enthusiastic and eager to learn, we look forward to receiving your application.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates are encouraged to reach out directly. For inquiries or more details, feel free to contact us. Our recruitment team members are here to assist.

Why work for us

Join our award-winning organisation and team. Weightmans has been recognized as a leading employer for the 18th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards 2025, ranking 5th and securing top positions in Chambers UK.

Embark on this journey with Weightmans toward becoming one of the Top 30 UK Law firms.

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